By all means, do it.

Well, who's geographically close/knows where he is and has a PayPal?

Well, Kerensky's probably the best bet in terms of contacts, if I had to guess. I'd also like to contribute to funding this if we go ahead with it.

I seem to recall he used to live in St. Catharines Ontario, which is near Niagara Falls. It's about 5 hours from me. I wouldn't have a clue if that's his actual hometown though?

Kerensky is probably closer if he's at Queens/Western.

Kerensky, Azisien and I are probably closest- I live in Etobicoke, which is part of Toronto where he was going to school. I have his old home address, though. I was going to wait a while and then write a letter.

Well, we have a few candidates, then, including Mac. I know jack about Canadian geography, but like POS, I'd contribute to the fund if someone would post a PayPal and take care of the details.

i can't do much, but in a few weeks i would be glad to contribute if you guys put up a paypal account for it.

I'm a bit late to the thread but just wanted to say I didn't really know 42 or talk to him but condolences to his family and it is very tragic to lose one so young.

It's always sad to hear about a tragic death like this. I spoke to 42 a few times and genuinely enjoyed those conversations. I am deeply saddened by his loss. Condolences of course to all those affected and may he Rest In Peace.

What a huge and unnecessary loss.
Sending 42 Petunias sounds like a great idea. His site is at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Toronto near the visitation centre. There is a facebook page called 'In memory of Jack Windeler' with some info.